{"id":5641,"date":"2026-06-04T19:01:48","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T19:01:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandiegorelocationnews.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/04\/looking-to-camp-in-the-sacramento-area-here-are-5-campgrounds-to-explore\/"},"modified":"2026-06-04T19:01:48","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T19:01:48","slug":"looking-to-camp-in-the-sacramento-area-here-are-5-campgrounds-to-explore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandiegorelocationnews.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/04\/looking-to-camp-in-the-sacramento-area-here-are-5-campgrounds-to-explore\/","title":{"rendered":"Looking to camp in the Sacramento area? Here are 5 campgrounds to explore"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Want to plan a camping trip that\u2019ll be close to home? The Sacramento region features several campgrounds with beautiful scenery, cool lakes and a chance to get closer to nature.<\/p>\n

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Here are five local campgrounds for a fun nature escape.<\/p>\n

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Folsom Lake<\/h2>\n

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is located at the base of the Sierra foothills and provides visitors a chance for \u201cglamping\u201d at Beal\u2019s Point. Folsom Lake provides opportunities for hiking, biking, running, camping, water-skiing and boating.<\/p>\n

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Address<\/b>: 7755 Folsom-Auburn Road, Folsom<\/p>\n

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Amenities<\/b>: Campfires allowed, toilet, pets allowed, potable water and showers<\/p>\n

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Rancho Seco Recreational Area<\/h2>\n

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Located a 45-minute drive from downtown Sacramento is a 400-acre park at the Rancho Seco Recreational Area. People can visit with their RVs, tents or rent a cabin that includes a nine-inch foam mattress.<\/p>\n

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Address<\/b>: 14440 Twin Cities Road, Herald<\/p>\n

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Amenities<\/b>: Fire ring, pet-friendly, picnic tables, lodging<\/p>\n

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Crystal Basin Recreational Area<\/h2>\n

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The Crystal Basin Recreational Area is described as the \u201csparkling jewel in the Sierras,\u201d according to the Sacramento Municipal Utility District website. The area has over 700 developed campsites in the Crystal Basin.<\/p>\n

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Address<\/b>: 542 Main St., Placerville<\/p>\n

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Amenities<\/b>: Fire ring, tale and parking spur, trash containers, toilets and many piped-in water.<\/p>\n

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Colusa Sacramento River State Recreation Area<\/h2>\n

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The Colusa-Sacramento River campground has 14 developed campsites and is located near the Sacramento River. The campgrounds can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. The area has a picnic and day-use area and boat launch.<\/p>\n

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Address<\/b>: 50 10th Street, Colusa<\/p>\n

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Amenities<\/b>: BBQ Grills, boat launch\/ramp, boat trailer lot, campground host, campsite tables, cell service, drinking water<\/p>\n

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Lake Camanche<\/h2>\n

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Lake Camanche Resort features 550+ camping sites spread out over hundreds of acres. The site is home to beautiful native species of trees, plants and flowers. The area provides alcohol-free campgrounds for those looking for family-friendly experiences.<\/p>\n

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Address<\/b>: 2000 Camanche Road, Ione<\/p>\n

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Amenities<\/b>: Fire ring, pet-friendly, shade<\/p>\n

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